Clinical trials
Brain Imaging clinical trials
Below are recruiting brain imaging clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 175 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05582785Recruiting
MRI scan evaluation for children without added sedation
This study checks how well a special MRI machine setting (low-field MRI) works for outpatients who are children. It may help your child get an MRI without extra sedation added for the study.
Kansas City, MissouriAges birth–22 years - NCT02619890Recruiting
Brain tumor registry using clinical and brain scan information
This study collects information about people with brain gliomas, including what treatments they receive and what their brain scans show. It’s meant to help researchers better understand these tumors and how they respond to first- or second-line therapy.
SeoulAges 18 years+ - NCT03067467Recruiting
MRI scan study of brain tumors using special carbon imaging
This trial uses a special MRI scan that shows how “metabolism” (how cells use fuel) differs in brain tumors. It may help researchers better understand tumor biology and how tumors may respond to treatment, without using chemotherapy or radiation as part of the study.
Dallas, TexasAges 18–70 - NCT06081036Recruiting
Normal brain volumes from fetal MRI scans
This study looks at past fetal MRI scans to create a map of normal brain growth in babies before birth. It may help doctors better understand what healthy brain development looks like.
MarseilleAges 5 months–9 months - NCT07635329Recruiting
Home Vision Therapy Guided by Brain Scans
This study tests whether vision rehabilitation exercises done at home, guided by brain imaging, can help people regain vision after a stroke, brain injury, or tumor. Participants will use brain scans to personalize their therapy.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06247449Recruiting
MRI screening for brain metastases in aggressive breast cancer
This trial uses an MRI scan to look for early signs of breast cancer spreading to the brain in people with certain aggressive breast cancer types (triple-negative or HER2-positive) that are stage IIb or III. The goal is to find and treat brain metastases earlier, before they cause symptoms.
Toronto, OntarioAges 18 years+ - NCT04708613Recruiting
Brain testing study for former football players and controls
This study looks at how the brain and thinking may be affected by playing professional football, using brain scans and thinking tests. It also compares former players with similar men who did not play organized football beyond high school.
Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaAges 29–59 - NCT06244472Recruiting
New brain scanner for fast brain imaging
This study uses a new type of brain scanner (MEG) to take very fast pictures of brain activity. It's for healthy people or those who've had a mild concussion recently.
BronAges 18–70 - NCT04443179Recruiting
Baby brain scans in England to study early development
This study does brain imaging (brain scans) in babies to better understand early brain development and how factors like family history and COVID-19 might relate to development. It may help researchers learn which babies could need extra support later.
LondonAges 16–75 - NCT03910010Recruiting
Brain scan study to study pain-related body signals in fibromyalgia
This study uses MRI brain scans to look for body “signals” (biomarkers) that may relate to chronic pain, including fibromyalgia. It may help researchers better understand what’s going on in the brain for people with long-term pain.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges 18–75 - NCT07758270Recruiting
Brain scan study for multiple sclerosis treatment switch
This study looks at how a new pill for multiple sclerosis (MS) affects brain inflammation and immune cells. It may help people who are already taking an MS medication but want to switch to a different one.
St Louis, MissouriAges 40–70 - NCT05641948Recruiting
Tested nerve ablation plus brain scans for ongoing back pain
This trial studies a procedure called radiofrequency denervation to reduce long-lasting, mostly “pain-from-joints/structures” low back pain, and it uses brain imaging to understand what changes during treatment. It may help people who already showed they respond well to a similar diagnostic nerve block.
Aberdeen, ScotlandAges 18 years+ - NCT05697159Recruiting
7-tesla brain MRI to study how filgotinib eases RA pain
This trial uses a very high-strength brain MRI to understand how the RA medicine filgotinib may reduce pain. If you have active rheumatoid arthritis and can safely complete the scan, the study may help researchers better target pain relief in RA.
GlasgowAges 18–74 - NCT07444034Recruiting
Study of a Portable Head MRI Scanner
This trial is testing a new, portable MRI machine that only scans your head. It may be easier and more comfortable than a standard MRI.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges 18 years+ - NCT06150352Recruiting
Sleep apnea and memory in older adults with mild concerns
This trial looks at how sleep apnea affects memory and brain health in people who have mild memory problems or are worried about their memory. You will have a sleep study and brain scans to see if treating sleep apnea could help protect your thinking skills.
Hong KongAges 50–80 - NCT07222306Enrolling by invitation
Cannabis, brain inflammation, and suicidal thoughts brain imaging study
This study uses brain scans to see how cannabis affects inflammation and suicidal thoughts. You may join if you're already in a related study and can safely undergo MRI and PET scans.
Detroit, MichiganAges 19–69 - NCT07151248Recruiting
Earlobe stimulation for Gulf War veterans with chronic pain
This trial tests a mild electrical stimulation device (called CES) on the earlobe to see if it can reduce pain and improve brain function in veterans with Gulf War Illness. You will have brain scans and answer questions about your symptoms.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 40–80 - NCT07134699Recruiting
Back pain's effect on thinking in older adults
This study looks at how long-term lower back pain affects thinking skills like memory and attention in adults aged 60 to 85. Participants must speak Cantonese, be right-handed, and have normal thinking abilities. The study uses email or text for some tasks.
Hong KongAges 60–85 - NCT06973837Recruiting
Brain study on chronic back pain and insomnia
This study looks at how the brain works in people with chronic low back pain and/or chronic insomnia. It compares these groups to healthy volunteers using MRI and pain tests.
LeuvenAges 18–60 - NCT06881147Enrolling by invitation
Physiotherapy and Botox for Neck Dystonia
This study tests whether combining physiotherapy with Botox injections can improve neck control in people with cervical dystonia. It also looks at how 'sensory tricks' (like touching your face) help the brain control symptoms, using brain scans to understand why.
Milan, ItaliaAges Any age - NCT06673966Recruiting
Schizophrenia brain and immune health study
This study looks at how immune system health relates to brain changes in people with schizophrenia. It uses brain imaging and electrical activity tests to understand these connections.
Changsha, HunanAges Any age - NCT06429332RecruitingPhase 4
Care bundle study for brain bleed on CT scan
This trial is testing a set of standard care steps (a 'care bundle') for people who have a sudden brain bleed (intracerebral hemorrhage) that shows up on a CT scan. It aims to see if this bundle improves recovery and outcomes.
Oklahoma City, OklahomaAges 18 years+ - NCT06377371RecruitingPhase 4
Intraoperative tracing of meningioma with copper-64 DOTATATE
This trial tests a special imaging agent called [Cu64]DOTATATE that helps surgeons see meningioma tumors during surgery. It may make tumor removal more complete and safer.
New York, New YorkAges 18–99 - NCT04658628Recruiting
Brain scan study to learn who responds to spinal cord stimulation
This trial uses brain imaging to understand which people with long-lasting low back pain are more likely to benefit from spinal cord stimulation (SCS). If you’re being considered for an SCS trial, the scans may help researchers predict response and improve future care.
Los Angeles, CaliforniaAges 21 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for brain imaging?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 175 recruiting brain imaging studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a brain imaging trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a brain imaging trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.